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Vietnam Financial Forum 2026 to be held in Da Nang this July

The high-level forum will serve as a platform for in-depth discussions on key issues shaping Vietnam's financial sector, including capital market modernisation, digital finance, financial infrastructure, sustainable investment and venture capital.

Moving universities out of Hanoi creates services, jobs issues

Hanoi ready to implement Capital Law 2026, unlocking new development momentum

Hanoi unveils 276 investment projects under 100-year development vision

Leaner organisation, sharper governance create new growth drivers

Ho Chi Minh City seeks to unlock potential of night-time economy

Despite its vibrant lifestyle and strong demand for entertainment, Ho Chi Minh City’s night-time economy has yet to realise its full potential.

Hanoi’s century plan: Advancing modern, standardised education network

Hanoi’s 100-year master plan, approved under Decision No. 2512/QD-UBND, sets out to modernise and standardise education infrastructure, prioritising high-demand urban and industrial areas while aiming to eliminate school shortages.

Vietnam shows off homegrown humanoid robots in Austria

The event paired a robotics showcase with an innovation networking session, spotlighting Vietnamese companies’ research, development and technological mastery in robotics, automation and artificial intelligence.

Sun Group makes SITF 2026 debut with Phu Quoc flight promotions

For many years, the RoK has remained one of Vietnam’s largest international tourism markets. As travel demand between the two countries continues to grow strongly, Sun Group’s first participation at SITF is seen as a significant step in both the group’s international tourism promotion strategy and Vietnam’s broader efforts to attract global travelers.

Vietnam, Russia prepare for key intergovernmental meeting

Chernyshenko described Vietnam as one of Russia’s most important partners in the region and praised the positive momentum in bilateral cooperation.

Hanoi eyes global megacity status by 2085

Hanoi has approved a master plan with a 100-year vision, setting the course for the capital’s long-term development through 2085 and beyond.

Vietnam shares vision, preparations for APEC 2027

Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang underlined the importance of stronger coordination between APEC and other regional and global mechanisms in order to improve efficiency and optimise resources in addressing common challenges.

Vietnam on right track to remove growth bottlenecks

The global economy has been hit by a series of major shocks in recent years, creating considerable pressure on highly trade-dependent economies such as Vietnam. As the Government pursues the ambitious goal of achieving double-digit growth, identifying both the country's strengths and internal constraints has become more important than ever.

Vietnam's manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index hits three-month high in May

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose to 52.8 in May, up from 50.5 in April and reaching its highest since February.

Vietnam always respects freedom of navigation, overflight in East Sea: Foreign Ministry

Vietnam has full historical evidence and legal grounds to affirm its sovereignty over Hoang Sa in accordance with international law, said spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on June 4.

Party chief calls for building national capacity for innovation, adaptation

The new development model must place people at the centre as the objective, driving force and key actor of development. All development policies should aim to improve people’s material and spiritual well-being, creative capacity, dignity, opportunities for advancement and equitable access to development benefits, said top leader To Lam.

Hung Yen seeks to expand investment cooperation with Japanese partners

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Japanese Embassy in Vietnam and the northern province of Hung Yen on June 3 co-hosted the Vietnam–Japan Connectivity Programme, attracting hundreds of Japanese and local businesses seeking investment and cooperation opportunities.

Vietnam needs more modern, creative working class: Top Vietnamese leader

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam urged the Vietnam Trade Union to reform more rapidly, deeply and substantively. It must work together with the State, enterprises and training facilities to improve workers’ professional qualifications, digital skills and adaptability.

Top leader calls for reform of Party leadership methods to support strategic autonomy, sustainable growth

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam chaired a working session in Hanoi on June 3 with the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission to review Party-building and organisational work under the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress.

FDI inflows into Phu Tho surge 3.5-fold in first five months

As of May 20, Phu Tho province had granted investment licences to 15 new FDI projects with total registered capital of 307.2 million USD. Investors from Japan, the Republic of Korea, Taiwan (China) and China continued to select Phu Tho as an investment destination, with China taking the lead in the number of newly licensed projects.

Quang Ninh hosts over 10 million visitors in five months

For the remainder of the year, Quang Ninh province plans to host a series of major events as it works to fulfil its target of welcoming 22 million visitors, including 5.2 million foreigners, and generating 65 trillion VND in tourism revenue.

Port Said remains significant milestone in revolutionary life of President Ho Chi Minh: Egyptian official

More than a century after young patriot Nguyen Tat Thanh set foot in the Egyptian port city of Port Said during his journey to seek a path for national salvation, that historic stop continues to be remembered by Egyptian scholars and politicians as a significant milestone in the revolutionary life of President Ho Chi Minh.

Vietnam seen as ASEAN’s resilient growth bright spot

According to the World Bank (WB), buoyed by impressive GDP growth of 8% in 2025, Vietnam entered 2026 as one of Southeast Asia's strongest-performing economies. In its latest economic update released in May, the WB highlighted Vietnam’s robust fundamentals and favourable growth outlook.

Vietnam reaffirms independent foreign policy, strategic autonomy: Ambassador

Vietnam consistently pursues a foreign policy of independence and self-reliance, diversification and multilateralisation of international relations, Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Ngo Minh Nguyet said in a speech to professors, lecturers and students at the Catholic University of Argentina (UCA) in Buenos Aires on June 2.

Lai Chau showcases potential for adventure tourism

Lai Chau, Vietnam’s westernmost province, captivates visitors with its rich cultural heritage and spectacular mountain landscapes. Wrapped in clouds for much of the year and blessed with a climate that can deliver four seasons in a single day, its towering peaks have become both a challenge for adventurers and a symbol of the province’s wild natural beauty.